Writing & Research Specialist for Social Enterprises
Location: PH, 00, Makati
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Associate
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
Function: Writing/Editing

Company profile:
Smarter Good is an innovative global services firm for social sector organizations - a for-profit company with a strong social mission and focus on systemic change. Our clients are social entrepreneur-led nonprofit organizations with measurable impact and a unique theory of change. We create more impact by scaling their solutions to the size of the need, helping solve our world's most intractable problems. Our clients focus on a spectrum of issues including: design for impact, maternal health, impact sourcing, economic empowerment, media, girls’ education, disaster preparedness and social entrepreneurship acceleration. Smarter Good is led by Jane Leu, an award-winning social entrepreneur and Ashoka Fellow. 

Job description:
Organization Description:Smarter Good is an innovative global services firm for social sector organizations - a for-profit company with a strong social mission and focus on systemic change. Our clients are social entrepreneur-led nonprofit organizations with measurable impact and a unique theory of change. We create more impact by scaling their solutions to the size of the need, helping solve our world's most intractable problems. Our clients focus on a spectrum of issues including: design for impact, maternal health, impact sourcing, economic empowerment, media, girls’ education, disaster preparedness and social entrepreneurship acceleration. Smarter Good is led by Jane Leu, an award-winning social entrepreneur and Ashoka Fellow.Job Description:Writing &amp; Research Specialists will analyze data and apply strategic thought to create compelling grant proposals, reports and other program-related content to develop high-impact growth strategies for social enterprises. Successful candidates have a global outlook and a commitment to help social sector organizations around the world scale impact. The post is based in our Manila office, where we deliver  grants research, proposal writing and management support to global nonprofit organizations.*Do not submit a cover letter when completing this application. Instead, please answer the three short questions thoughtfully.

Requirements:
The position will require you to:Research on foundations, corporations, government agencies and other potential fundersAnalyze data to craft effective, fact-based arguments and proposal strategiesCommunicate with and write for some of the world’s most progressive social enterprisesMeet writing deadlines with a consistently high level of quality and attention to detailDesired Skills and Experience:At least three (3) years of full-time business or technical writing experience; and/or two (2) years of qualitative researchA degree from a top-ranked universityA strong command of English (US), with excellent grammatical standards and solid writing skillsExperience and/or genuine interest in international development, social entrepreneurship and the nonprofit sector Grant proposal writing experience preferredMust combine a flair for the creative with an analytical approachIndependent thinker, team player, open to peer-sharing and brainstormingLeadership qualities, integrity and strong work ethic Reporting Responsibilities:Supervisor: Manager, Writing Team

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